Corgi Warlock

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Corgi Warlock is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Xander's Corgi Arcade and was released on December 3, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Corgi Warlock," players step into the shoes of a magical corgi, exploring a procedurally generated world, battling enemies, and collecting loot. With a variety of spells and upgrades at your disposal, customize your corgi to suit your playstyle and delve into the ever-changing landscape. The game features permadeath, adding an extra layer of challenge to your quest for power.

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Audience ScoreBased on 308 reviews

graphics36 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Cute graphics and funny characters make for an enjoyable experience.
Simple gameplay that is accessible for children and beginners, yet still fun for experienced players.
Great for local multiplayer, providing a fun game night option with friends.

Repetitive gameplay with a lack of depth and challenge, leading to boredom.
Technical issues such as no options for resolution or control customization, making it frustrating for some players.
Local co-op only, which limits the multiplayer experience and can lead to confusion during gameplay.

graphics
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a cute, cartoonish art style that appeals to younger audiences, featuring fun animations and humorous character designs. However, many reviews criticize the overall quality as inconsistent and lacking polish, with some noting low-resolution options and a lack of customization settings. While the visuals are charming and enjoyable for casual play, they are often described as simplistic and reminiscent of low-effort mobile games, leading to mixed feelings about their suitability for a PC gaming experience.
- “Cute, good graphics, kinda laggy at some mass spawn areas but otherwise on point!”
- “I adore the visuals and love the steady unlocks of new spells yet they're not given too fast to overwhelm the player.”
- “This is a fun little side-scrolling blast-em-up with an endearing, well animated art style.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- “The levels are boring and repetitive; the graphics are dull and unappealing.”
gameplay
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and basic mechanics, often described as shallow platformer brawling and shooting, which can lead to repetitiveness, especially in later levels. While the graphics and animations are praised for their charm, many players find the controls janky and unsatisfying, lacking the polish needed for a more engaging experience. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the casual nature and humor of the game, making it a fun, albeit brief, local co-op experience.
- “Animations, soundtrack, and gameplay were enjoyable, and outside the issue of it being only local co-op, it was an impressive game and worth playing for an evening.”
- “I liked the character designs, the gameplay is good enough, and the controls are tight.”
- “All joking aside, very smooth animation, fun graphic style, hilarious sound effects, and casual gameplay with some tricky keyboard maneuvers makes this a great addition to any Steam library.”
- “It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
- “Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing or polish done.”
- “After around the third level, though, the gameplay and level design become excruciatingly repetitive.”
humor
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, featuring cute graphics, funny characters, and amusing dialogue that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and comedic elements, particularly in multiplayer mode, although some note that gameplay can become repetitive. Overall, the humor is described as charming and engaging, making it a fun choice for casual gaming.
- “Hilariously cute characters, especially in multiplayer.”
- “All joking aside, very smooth animation, fun graphic style, hilarious sound effects, and casual gameplay with some tricky keyboard maneuvers makes this a great addition to any Steam library.”
- “The storyline is interesting and funny.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as simple and calming, which some players found relaxing, while others felt it lacked enthusiasm and became forgettable over time. There are complaints about the music being overshadowed by sound effects, particularly during gameplay, and a notable absence of dynamic tracks for critical moments like boss battles. Overall, while the soundtrack is considered decent and fitting for the game's aesthetic, it may detract from the overall experience for some players.
- “The graphics and soundtrack are good, and the controller mechanics are both consistent and responsive.”
- “The music is nice and light, art is pleasing and quirky, and the story is rather goofy, yet enough to keep you wanting to finish the game.”
- “It's fun, entertaining, with good music.”
- “The music never changes and doesn't bring any enthusiasm to the game.”
- “You can't hear the music over the sound effect of you shooting; the game gave me head pain, not a headache, I mean it made my head hurt.”
- “The music is calm on almost every stage, which degrades the gameplay slowly.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as a mix of cliches and humor, with some players finding it engaging and fun, while others feel it drags on and lacks depth. Although the narrative is minimal and sometimes stereotypical, it maintains a lighthearted tone that complements the gameplay. Overall, the story is seen as enjoyable but could benefit from more variety and development.
- “The storyline is interesting and funny.”
- “Good game quality, great gameplay controls, and a fun story.”
- “The music is nice and light, art is pleasing and quirky, and the story is rather goofy, yet enough to keep you wanting to finish the game.”
- “Either present a full story or don't tell anything.”
- “The story is very cliche & stereotypical but worse it just drags on.”
- “The story mode was shorter than I thought it was going to be and I wished it had a little bit more variety, but it was still good.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight that the character development is notably strong, particularly in terms of art and design, which are considered the game's high points. While gameplay and controls are also appreciated, the emphasis remains on the appealing character aesthetics.
- “I think the high point of this game is the art and character design.”
- “I liked the character designs; the gameplay is good enough, and the controls are tight.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for having low replayability, with some users expressing that it lacks significant incentives to play again after the initial experience. Additionally, the multiplayer mode is limited to local play, which may further diminish replay value for some players.
- “The only real downsides are that it has fairly low replay value and the multiplayer is local only.”
- “But, I can't really say that it was a bad game experience, even if there is no replay value at all.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a heightened sense of vulnerability, as players face significant health loss from enemy contact and the threat of instant death pits, particularly when falling asleep. This design choice creates a tense atmosphere that can evoke feelings of anxiety and urgency.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game increasingly tedious towards the end, primarily due to the presence of numerous bullet sponge enemies that require excessive time and effort to defeat.
- “As you get towards the end of the game, it might end up feeling tedious because there are so many bullet sponge enemies that take way too long to kill.”